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Concert Violinist Christian Tetzlaff’s Advice: Live a Musical Life—Without Armor

A young person's guide to the solo stage by Jacqueline Vanasse, Images by Giorgia Bertazzi Violinist Christian Tetzlaff is one of the most inspiring artis... Read More...

10 Tips on Learning the Cello, Exploring Technique, and Developing Musicality

Notes from the virtuoso’s desk on keeping time by Louise Lee As part of his work as director of the online community Internet Cello Society, self-described... Read More...

Yo-Yo Ma on Intonation, Practice, and the Role of Music in Our Lives

In this interview, just before his 60th birthday, cellist Yo-Yo Ma talks about intonation, practice, and the role of music in our lives.

violinist daniel hope in director's chair on hollywood movie set

Daniel Hope Explores the Golden Age of Hollywood Strings on ‘Escape to Paradise’

Violinist Daniel Hope's album "Escape to Paradise" pays tribute to the great emigré composers during Hollywood’s Golden Age, including those that fled the Nazi regime.

A Tango State of Mind

Russian-American violinist Philippe Quint’s chamber ensemble prepares to tour and record by Rory Williams While at a club one night, fate would have it that... Read More...

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The Search for the Vegan Violin

Vegan string players wrestle with the moral dilemma of using animal products endemic to traditional violins and bows.

How to Buy the Right Violin Bow

These 5 factors can add up to one thing—finding the right violin bow for you.

The Dorothy DeLay Five-Hour Violin Diet

Anne Akiko Meyers starts the day with scales and arpeggios By: Anne Akiko Meyers What do you feel you need to do on a daily basis to maintain your ski... Read More...

common bowing problems demonstrated by a woman holding a violin

What Causes Squeaky, Airy, and Scratchy Sounds?

Squeaky, airy, scratchy and unclear sounds indicate that a bow is not properly gripping and vibrating the strings.

The Violin Case Buyer’s Guide

Here are the features you can expect to find on a violin case priced under $500, as well as some examples of models available on the market today.